Thanet students tackle big issues with MP Polly Billington
Pupils from secondary schools in Kent presented their views on issues to Labour MP Polly Billington on local and national issues.
10 July 2025
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Society and Politics
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Dr Susan Kenyon awarded prestigious politics award for outstanding teaching
Dr Susan Kenyon, Principal Lecturer in Politics, has been given a prestigious Political Studies Association (PSA) award in recognition of her teaching and learning in political studies.
09 May 2025
New research questions inclusivity in Disability Premier League cricket
A new study has indicated the the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) are limiting fair competition in elite disability cricket.
10 April 2025
University to host Kent County Council election hustings
The Politics and Global Sustainability programme at Canterbury Christ Church University is hosting a Kent County Council election hustings.
04 April 2025
Local businesses given ‘help to grow’ by Christ Church Business School
Local business owners can stay ahead of the competition in 2025 by improving their leadership skills, boosting business performance, and connecting with other small business leaders.
12 November 2024
University is the first to offer Emotional Focused Therapy training in England
Canterbury Christ Church University has become the first institution in England to offer Emotion Focused Therapy training which emphasises the role of emotions in mental health.
07 November 2024
Women’s perception of safety when exercising outdoors
A new study shows the constant negotiations women take between their safety and enjoyment for exercising outdoors.
29 October 2024
New pledges to deliver change for the region
Through developing Our Pledges, the University will work to improve the economic, social, environmental, and cultural vitality of its local communities.
18 September 2024
Supporting the next generation of voters
The Politics and International Relations team hosted a special democratic event for local students to discuss and pose questions to prospective parliamentary candidates on topics that matter to them.
25 June 2024
Canterbury candidates to debate at University general election hustings
Canterbury's parliamentary candidates for July’s general election will come together on Wednesday 19 June to take part in a special hustings hosted by Canterbury Christ Church University.
07 June 2024
From child in care to Professor of Social Work
Professor Melville-Wiseman left school and the care system with only a swimming certificate. She is now a Professor of Social Work and possibly the first such professor in the UK with care experience.
21 May 2024
Researchers reach FameLab regional final
Four researchers from Canterbury Christ Church University have been selected as regional finalists for FameLab, the largest science communication competition and training programme in the world.
27 March 2024